Representative David Hale, R-Wellington (74th District), said he will sponsor legislation for consideration during the 2016 Regular Session titled the “Pastor Protection Act,” which he says attempts to address a two-fold issue in Kentucky following the Supreme Court’s decision on same-sex marriage.
“I’ve been approached by numerous ministers in my district, and county clerks across the commonwealth urging us in the General Assembly to address their concerns,” said Rep. Hale. “As a pastor...

By Brad Laux
Advocate contributing writer
After months of wrangling, in the end there was no change to the status of former Montgomery County Superintendent of Schools Josh Powell.
At the conclusion of last Thursday’s fourth and final day of...